1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Record |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
